State medal scandal: Nitz makes serious allegations against Merkel!

State medal scandal: Nitz makes serious allegations against Merkel!

In a sensational open letter to Prime Minister Manuela Schwesig on September 15, 2025, Thomas Nitz from Stralsund expressed his sharp criticism of the upcoming awarding of the State Order to Dr. Angela Merkel puts it. This honor is scheduled to take place on September 29, 2025 in Stralsund, which Nitz sees as a “mockery of the people in the country”. In his letter, he addresses the consequences of Merkel's migration policy and criticizes the former Chancellor's supposedly "excessive overestimation of herself."

Nitz particularly focuses on the effects of the migration policy that has been in place since 2015, which he perceives as divisive for society. Young Arab men in particular are often the focus of the negative statistics Nitz cites. In his opinion, these statistics - especially on willingness to work, women's and children's rights and anti-Semitism - allow cynical conclusions to be drawn. He considers “Brexit” and the erosion of the EU to be direct consequences of Merkel’s decisions. He calls for more recognition for the country's 1.6 million children who suffer these consequences and points to an ignored proposal to recognize these children.

A look back at migration policy

As a reminder: When Angela Merkel famously said “We can do it” in 2015, she triggered a wave of solidarity in the country. Countless citizens who pretended to be apolitical got involved and offered help to refugees from Syria. But the initial high spirits soon changed as the number of arrivals increased. Since then there hasn't been much of a positive mood left in society. Migration has increasingly been associated with terrorism and crime, according to the media t online just reinforced.

Evidence of this negative mood is also anchored in the current figures from the Federal Anti-Discrimination Agency. How nd-current reports, a peak in inquiries about racial discrimination is expected in 2024. Although society initially moved closer together, the feeling of being “welcome” in Germany fell dramatically. From 83% in 2018, this fell to 65% by 2023.

Merkel's legacy and public perception

In an ARD documentary, Merkel said she had no regrets, but regretted that measures were not taken sooner. Your statement makes it clear that reflection on ten years of migration policy remains complex and multi-layered. Although Germany has achieved acceptable results in the areas of work, education and housing compared to other countries, the country is now polarized and insecure in the eyes of many citizens. Merkel herself has always emphasized in those around her that the federal, state and local governments must provide reliable support in order to overcome the challenges - a view that has met with strong criticism in recent years.

Nitz's open letter not only reflects individual feelings, but also confirms the multitude of voices that struggle with the current situation. The political landscape has changed significantly in recent years, and Angela Merkel's role in this complex event continues to be intensively discussed.